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SK52 RFZ

2003 Skoda Fabia

Blue Petrol 1397cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Apr 2014
Tests14 (8 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

120,220 mi
Last recorded120,220 miles
Recorded on9 Apr 2013
Typical for 2003 Skoda Fabia65,642 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSK52 RFZ
MakeSkoda
ModelFabia
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,397cc

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MOT History

8 pass 6 fail
Pass 9 Apr 2013 120,220 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2012 110,706 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 11 Mar 2011 99,682 miles
Fail 11 Mar 2011 99,682 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 10 Mar 2010 88,575 miles
Fail 10 Mar 2010 88,575 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 20 Mar 2009 77,209 miles
Fail 17 Mar 2009 77,209 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Fail 5 Apr 2008 66,143 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 5 Apr 2008 66,143 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2007 49,505 miles

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

front wiper blade wear indicators visible.

Fail 3 Apr 2007 49,505 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

front wiper blade wear indicators visible.

Pass 10 Apr 2006 36,425 miles
Fail 10 Apr 2006 36,429 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Body has a sharp edge caused by damage (6.1.C.1)

How Reliable is the Skoda Fabia?

Based on 4,863,673 MOT tests across 365,048 vehicles.

76.0%
Pass Rate
5,664
Miles/Year
26
Year Lifespan
365,048
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 104,456
Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement 68,301
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 61,646
Stop lamp not working 51,458
position lamp(s) not working 39,215
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SK52 RFZ is a 2003 Skoda Fabia in Blue with a 1,397cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

Across all 2003 Skoda Fabia models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.1% with a typical mileage of 65,642 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Skoda Fabia fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 104,456 recorded failures. If you're considering buying SK52 RFZ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Skoda Fabia typically stays on UK roads for around 26 years. At 23 years old, this Skoda Fabia is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was SK52 RFZ registered?

SK52 RFZ is a 2003 Skoda Fabia, first registered on 3 February 2003.

Is SK52 RFZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for SK52 RFZ shows 14 tests with a 57.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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